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The 49ers made six roster moves on Monday, per a team announcement, including the placement of veteran offensive tackle Isaiah Prince on season-ending injured reserve. Prince, 28, was auditioning for a depth tackle job in San Francisco before suffering a left knee injury on Saturday against the Chargers, per Matt

The Cleveland Browns will not be keeping four quarterbacks on their roster heading into the 2025 regular season, after all. The Browns agreed to a deal on Monday to trade Kenny Pickett to the Las Vegas Raiders, according to multiple reports. Cleveland will receive a 2026 fifth-round draft pick in

The Vikings are trading cornerback Mekhi Blackmon to the Colts in exchange for a 2026 sixth-round pick, per NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. Blackmon, a 2023 third-round pick, carved out a role as Minnesota’s third cornerback as a rookie with 435 defensive snaps across 15 games. That seemed like an indicator that he

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott isn’t worried about Micah Parsons’ future with the team. Never mind the battle that Parsons and team owner Jerry Jones have been waging over Parsons’ long-term contract with Dallas, or lack thereof. Never mind tweets like this:  No, Prescott doesn’t believe the end has come

The Commanders made six cuts this afternoon as they trim their roster down to 53 players. Headlining the group is veteran wide receiver Michael Gallup, who signed with the Commanders in March to attempt an NFL comeback. He started 67 games for the Cowboys from 2018 to 2023, but struggled

The contract saga between Trey Hendrickson and the Cincinnati Bengals is finally over. At least until the next offseason. On Monday, the Bengals and their disgruntled star defensive end agreed to a revised 2025 contract, which will pay Hendrickson an additional $14 million from the initial $16M he was owed

The Cowboys are planning to place rookie running back Phil Mafah on injured reserve with a return designation, per ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. Mafah, a seventh-round pick, suffered a shoulder injury in the Cowboys’ final preseason game against the Falcons on Friday. He will be sidelined for at least the first

Metcalf, 27, signed a five-year, $150M deal with the Steelers shortly after being traded from the Seattle Seahawks in March. (The deal contains an out after the 2026 season.) While Commanders fans are happy that McLaurin should now be ready for Week 1 against the New York Giants, the move

The Raiders have started trimming down their roster to 53 players. The team announced today that they’ve moved on from 18 players: Released: Waived: The Raiders’ wide receivers room has commanded headlines today, as Jakobi Meyers reportedly requested a trade before the team reunited with Amari Cooper. The team’s most

The Cincinnati Bengals and pass-rusher Trey Hendrickson have finally sorted out an agreement that will end his holdout. In the end, Hendrickson did not get a new long-term contract with the Bengals. However, the team is increasing his salary by $14 million for 2025, and he will now get $30

On a day when one Raiders receiver has asked to be dealt, a former wideout is set to return to the team. Amari Cooper is heading to Vegas. This will be a one-year reunion, NFL insider Jordan Schultz reports. Jakobi Meyers is looking for a trade in the wake of extension talks stalling, so

The Houston Texans made a move on Monday that suggests running back Joe Mixon is facing an extended spell on the sidelines. The Texans moved Mixon from the Active/Non-Football Injury list to the Reserve/Non-Football Injury list, the team confirmed Monday. As a result, Mixon will not be able to practice

The Dolphins will be shorthanded to begin the campaign. Head coach Mike McDaniel announced on Monday that neither kicker Jason Sanders nor running back Jaylen Wright will be available for Week 1. Sanders is dealing with a hip injury, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports. An absence of four to five weeks is expected in this case. As

As the dust settles on another exhilarating weekend of football, Week [X] proved once again why fans live for these moments. From jaw-dropping touchdowns to unexpected game-changing plays, this week had it all. Let’s dive into some of the most exciting highlights and memorable performances that left us on the

The Cleveland Browns have had an unusual quarterback battle all offseason. While veteran Joe Flacco was recently announced as the team’s Week 1 starter against the Cincinnati Bengals, trade acquisition Kenny Pickett and rookies Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders were all in the running for some playing time. With the

Jakobi Meyers is on the doorstep of entering a season as the Raiders’ No. 1 wide receiver for the first time. Although he spent much of last season in that role, Davante Adams was still with the team to start Meyers’ previous years in Las Vegas. This status has not

One of the NFL’s top remaining contract sagas came to an end earlier today with Terry McLaurin and the Commanders reaching an extension agreement. No such deal is imminent in Trey Hendrickson‘s case, but efforts to work one out are again underway. Negotiations between the Bengals and Hendrickson’s camp have resumed, NFL insider

Deshaun Watson has become somewhat of a forgotten figure regarding the  Cleveland Browns‘ unique quarterback situation that could involve the club having starter Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett, 2025 third-round draft pick Dillon Gabriel and 2025 fifth-rounder Shedeur Sanders on the roster for its Week 1 game against the Cincinnati Bengals on Sept. 7.

Monday has seen the Cowboys make a number of roster moves. Several further cuts are needed before tomorrow afternoon, but these eight players have officially been let go: Waived: Released: Waived-injured: Collins was informed of his release yesterday. The move ends his second Cowboys stint, one which began earlier this

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels recently acknowledged he spent portions of the offseason attempting to improve “mechanically” after he earned Offensive Rookie of the Year Award honors for the 2024 campaign. During a recent chat with NFL insider Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated, Commanders head coach Dan Quinn touched upon Daniels’

Anthony Walker‘s time with the Buccaneers is coming to an end. The veteran linebacker is among Tampa Bay’s roster cuts, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports. Walker signed with the Bucs in March, seemingly setting him up for a spot with his latest team. The 30-year-old has 99 appearances and 83 starts

Shedeur Sanders of the Cleveland Browns has been maybe the most-discussed rookie quarterback in the NFL throughout the summer even though the 2025 fifth-round draft pick is fourth on Cleveland’s depth chart. For an article published on Monday, NFL insider Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated suggested that the attention Sanders

Terry McLaurin‘s contract saga has come to an end. The Pro Bowl wideout finalized an extension with the Commanders on Monday, as first reported by NFL insider Jordan Schultz. This is a three-year accord, per Schultz. He adds McLaurin’s new deal is worth over $96MM. One year remained on his

The Detroit Lions lost multiple coaches this offseason. However, they kept one of the most important things: players.  The Chicago Bears lured away former Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson, naming him HC in January. Former Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn, meanwhile, became New York Jets HC.  Despite the coaching changes, head

Mike Hilton‘s lengthy free agency ended with a Dolphins agreement. The veteran corner is not in position to spend the 2025 season in Miami, however. Hilton was informed of his release by the Dolphins today, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports. After signing in July, the former Steeler and Bengal seemed to

Micah Parsons’ viral actions during the Dallas Cowboys’ preseason finale against the Atlanta Falcons this past Friday indicated the star pass-rusher isn’t close to receiving his desired extension from the Cowboys ahead of Dallas’ Week 1 game at the rival Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday, Sept. 4.  During Monday’s edition of the ESPN

Jake Moody remains in position to handle kicking duties for the 49ers in 2025. The former third-round pick’s up-and-down performances have continued this summer, leading some to speculate about a move being made at the position. That should not be expected, however. In the wake of San Francisco’s preseason finale –

Earlier in the summer, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow suggested he was confident the club would ultimately sign veteran pass-rusher Trey Hendrickson  to a contract extension before Cincinnati’s Week 1 game at the Cleveland Browns on Sept. 7. For an article published on Monday morning, Ben Solak of ESPN shared what he

New York Giants rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart  has had an impressive start to his NFL career this summer. Has his performance forced the Giants to alter their plans for the signal-caller? For an article published on Monday morning, Nick Baumgardner of The Athletic named Dart as one of the big winners

As the NFL offseason heats up, fans and analysts alike are buzzing with excitement over the impending free agency period. Each year, free agency serves as a pivotal moment for franchises to reshape their rosters, bolster weaknesses, and aim for championship contention. In 2023, teams will make bold moves to

The Jets are also cracking the seal on roster cuts today. New York released one veteran and waived six other players: Released: Waived: Davis, the 2021 first-round pick for the Commanders out of Kentucky, looked for a second like he may live up to his draft stock with a 104-tackle

Jordan Phillips is set to once again find himself in Buffalo. The veteran defensive tackle visited the Bills today, and a deal is expected. [RELATED: Reviewing Bills’ Offseason] Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports Phillips is set to sign with Buffalo later this week. That will presumably mean a practice squad

It’s been a busy day for the Minnesota front office. Amidst the chaos, the team announced the release of one veteran and waived 9 other players: Released: Waived: Most of the focus in Minnesota will be on the quarterback shuffling that took place earlier in the day that saw Sam

The Eagles continue to be active in the trade market in the leadup to the regular season. Following earlier trades to acquire wide receiver John Metchie from Houston and quarterback Sam Howell from Minnesota, Philadelphia is bringing offensive tackle Fred Johnson back from Jacksonville in exchange for a 2026 seventh-round

Patriots safety Kyle Dugger lived up to his second-round draft status very early in his New England career. As a result, the team signed him to a four-year, $58MM extension in 2024. Despite that commitment, the Patriots are actively shopping the safety out for a trade, according to Ian Rapoport

2025 marks the final year of Nakobe Dean‘s rookie contract. No extension is viewed as likely for the Eagles linebacker, meaning a trip to free agency next spring is currently on track to take place. Dean’s production in college was insufficient to prevent a drop down the order during the 2022

The Patriots culled their quarterback room down to two players – starter Drake Maye and backup Joshua Dobbs – on Friday by waiving undrafted rookie Ben Wooldridge. Obviously, New England doesn’t want to enter the season with just two QBs. Head coach Mike Vrabel indicated (via ESPN’s Mike Reiss) that the Patriots would add

Browns general manager Andrew Berry confirmed that all four of the team’s quarterbacks – veterans Joe Flacco and Kenny Pickett and rookies Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders – would make the 53-man roster, per ESPN’s Daniel Oyefusi. Berry said earlier this summer that the team would consider keeping four quarterbacks and now

Although the 49ers traded Jordan Mason in March and had changed their backfield makeup behind Christian McCaffrey, the Brian Robinson trade became an about-face of sorts. The All-Pro has a new backup. Isaac Guerendo is a third-round pick who has three years left on his rookie contract, but the 2024

New NFLPA executive director David White is trying to avoid some of the pitfalls that plagued his predecessor, Lloyd Howell, who resigned earlier this year amid a series of controversies. After Howell faced allegations of a conflict of interest for his work for a consulting firm with an interest in

As the NFL season approaches its climax, the off-season buzz has reached a fever pitch, fueled by a whirlwind of trades and negotiations. Teams are strategizing to improve their rosters, with high-profile players changing jerseys and big-name coaches making headlines. Let’s dive into the latest trade winds swirling across the

The Eagles are trading offensive tackle Darian Kinnard to the Packers for a 2027 sixth-round pick, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The move comes shortly after Philadelphia reunited with offensive tackle Fred Johnson in a trade with the Jaguars. It is also the team’s third trade of the day after they

Here are today’s minor transactions that may have slipped through the cracks with a day full of mass cuts: Buffalo Bills Denver Broncos Detroit Lions New England Patriots New York Giants Philadelphia Eagles San Francisco 49ers Thompson-Robinson continues to struggle to find his place in the NFL. A fifth-round pick

The Vikings later announced they agreed to terms with QB Carson Wentz. McCarthy, 22, missed his rookie season because of a meniscus tear in his right knee. Given his injury history, the Vikings would need a dependable backup if he were sidelined again. Howell, 24, struggled to prove he could

August 24th, 2025 at 7:19pm CST by Ely Allen The phones have been off the hooks all day in Philadelphia. Adam Schefter of ESPN reports a third trade today — and a second for an offensive tackle — as the Eagles send a 2027 sixth-round pick to the Packers in

Coming out of Division II Lenoir-Rhyne, it said a lot that the Patriots were willing to make Dugger the second safety selected in the 2020 NFL Draft as the fifth pick of the second round. With Duron Harmon getting traded in the offseason and Patrick Chung opting out of the

Barton started two games at right tackle for the Cardinals in 2024, but he couldn’t win a backup job in Cleveland this summer. Needham, who appeared in 63 games for the Dolphins over the last six years, similarly had a shot at a nickel role in the Browns defense, but

The New England Patriots took Drake Maye with pick No. 3 in the 2024 NFL Draft to be the quarterback of the future. They did little else to help him. Maye is a lock to make the 53-man roster as teams cut down ahead of Tuesday’s deadline at 4 p.m.

August 24th, 2025 at 5:13pm CST by Ely Allen Patriots safety Kyle Dugger lived up to his second-round draft status very early in his New England career. Despite the team signing him to a four-year, $58MM extension in 2024, the Patriots are actively shopping the safety out for a trade,

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